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    of his death. Which Brutus gave‚ and most of them seemed to agree. Brutus convinced them of how it was necessary for the betterment of Rome and its people. He spoke in a clear factual tone. However it seemed that there was more than what Brutus was letting on‚ like how he wanted the throne for himself. Then Mark Anthony comes in and convinces everyone to change their mind again surrounding Caesar’s death‚ that it was wrong and they were being manipulated‚ explaining how Caesar only wanted best of

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    Brutus and Julius Caesar are different characters but somewhat similar. Julius Caesar and Brutus are both rich. They are both well known to the people Caesar being the leader and Brutus is Caesar’s friend. Brutus is one of the main conspirators. Although he questions whether is it the right thing to murdering Caesar or not troubling his thoughts. Portia wanders why Brutus is troubled. “Brutus‚ my lord‚ make me acquainted with your cause of grief. It will not let you eat‚ nor talk‚ nor sleep.” In

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    story of Brutus and Portia in Shakespeare’s The Tragedy of Julius Caesar. In 44 BC women were worth no more than the possessions of that the men previously owned prior to marriage. Though‚ there is a number of men who treat their companions as an equal to himself. Brutus was one of the Romans who honored and respected that concept. Thouse meaning the love of the two was a strong bond which holds trust and horror in the relationship. Portia does not fear Brutus. When Portia comes to Brutus in the night

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    Brutus is an honorable man who keeps his word. At the same time‚ he places the good of Rome above all else. This‚ along with his sense of honor is what drives him to do all that he does. Out of all the conspirators who act out of selfish reasons‚ he is the only one who genuinely thinks that Caesar’s death is for the greater good. These qualities in Brutus make him the one or one of the most honorable man in Rome‚ but they also make him a difficult man to trust‚ as his loyalty is to Rome herself

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    “of extreme admiration and devotion." As a hero they have many admirable traits. Most of the traits you see in Shakespeare’s play‚ The Tragedy of Julius Caesar‚ in the character Brutus through his work in the Conspiracy; where he wisely made tough decisions that would affect all of Rome. You see the traits of kindness‚ leverage‚ and determination through his actions. These actions are what makes him a hero. Most people challenge against Brutus being a Hero. They think he shouldn’t qualify as one

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    novel or other fictional text.” Based off of the previous definition‚ both Brutus and Caesar share an almost equal opportunity to be given the title of the protagonist. While in most cases it could be said that both are in fact the protagonist‚ in this case it is veered for only one to receive the title. After extensive research the conclusion that Julius Caesar is the protagonist was made. It is without a doubt that Brutus was in fact a major role in the play and helped bring across some key points

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    As part of his ethical appeals‚ Brutus asks the people to consider his credibility when passing judgement‚ and appeals to their duty as Romans. Early in the speech‚ he demands that they “... hear me [Brutus] for my cause‚ and be silent‚ that you may hear: believe me for mine honour‚ and have respect to mine honour‚ that you may believe…” The repeated use of “my” draws attention to Brutus and his virtues‚ which he connects through parallel structure. “Hear me for my cause…” is arranged similarly

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    Although the conspirators believe that enlisting Brutus in the conspiracy will ensure their success‚ Brutus’s tragic flaws of naivety and pride cause him to make a number of errors in judgment that ultimately doom their “noble enterprise” to failure. For instance‚ when Brutus demands that the conspirators do not take an oath‚ he shows his guilelessness. Casca and Cassius want all the conspirators to take an oath to lock in their motives and to keep them from running at the first sight of danger‚

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    Shakespeare’s plays‚ there is a hero. In Julius Caesar‚ there are a number of people to pick from; Caesar himself could be the hero‚ Cassius could be considered the hero‚ Calpurnia could be the hero...etc. This boils down to the main question; who was the hero of Julius Caesar? Almost every character has it’s heroic moments; but which one really qualifies to all of the requisites to be a hero? After careful examination or all of the characters‚ any reasonable person should realize‚ that‚ of course‚ this hero

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    In the play “Julius Caesar” by William Shakespeare‚ which takes place in Rome‚ Italy in 44 BC‚ Julius Caesar is murdered by his friend Brutus‚ with the help of Cassius and a group of men who completely despise Caesar. After Caesar is assassinated Mark Antony‚ Caesar’s close friend‚ asks Brutus to have a proper burial and to speak at Caesar’s funeral. Cassius disagrees to let him speak but Brutus agrees to let him speak under certain criterias and rules: Mark Antony may not blame Brutus and his men

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